Sri Lanka, May 28 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her message marking Eid-ul-Adha or the Hajji Festival, called on all citizens to rise above differences and work together in unity and solidarity to build a peaceful and prosperous Sri Lanka.

Extending her felicitations to the Muslim community in Sri Lanka and around the world, the Prime Minister said the festival, celebrated with deep reverence by Muslims globally, upholds the values of selflessness, unity and compassion.

She said that Eid-ul-Adha commemorates the boundless devotion to God and the spirit of generosity demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim, reflecting humanity's willingness to dedicate even its most precious possessions for the greater good and in devotion to God....